Braces / Retainer Checkup

Patients with braces will require periodic checkups.  Dr. Alvarez is here to perform those checkups, guaranteeing your braces or retainer are working exactly as intended.  If you have skipped a scheduled checkup or were provided with braces or a retainer form another dentist in Miami and are due for a checkup, reach out to our dental office today to schedule your checkup.  You can reach our Miami dentist by phone at (305) 270-5505. 

Most braces and retainer checkups typically last a couple minutes, meaning they will not significantly disrupt your work or school schedule.  The dentist will determine if the teeth have moved and also gauge whether the wires and brackets are working as intended.  Though braces and retainer checkups might seem a bit inconvenient, they are essential to ensuring this orthodontic device functions exactly as it should. 

Checkups are also necessary after the use of braces and retainers.  In particular, the initial six months after the removal of orthodontic braces is important.  Teeth are considered to be living tissues, meaning they have the potential to move back to their prior positions unless properly controlled.  Our dentist will analyze your teeth during checkups to gauge whether they are in the proper positions.  The earlier we identify the issue, the faster we can fix it.  If necessary, we will replace your retainer or braces.  Alterations might also be necessary.